Fish Hatchery Engineer - Civil​/Mechanical​/Structural

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is currently seeking an experienced Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineer to lead engineering design tasks in the planning and design of fish hatcheries and aquaculture systems throughout the United States and Canada. The successful candidate will lead technical design tasks, perform engineering design, and expand their technical capabilities in the field. Experience in the design of upstream and downstream fish collection facilities, fish passage and screening, acclimation facilities, and aquaculture water treatment is desirable.

We also welcome candidates with experience in engineering design of drinking water, wastewater, or raw water systems, pump stations, water or wastewater treatment, or water resource projects with a strong desire to become a proficient practitioner in fish hatcheries and aquaculture. Experience in the development of plans and specifications for bidding and construction is especially valued. The successful candidate will join a strong fisheries team and have the opportunity to mentor directly with nationally recognized senior fisheries engineers and biologists.

The preferred location for this position is in Washington (Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, Gig Harbor, Olympia, Pasco, Spokane) although other locations and hybrid arrangements may be possible depending on experience.

In the role of Civil Engineer – Fisheries, we'll count on you to:

• Develop plans and specifications for bidding and construction documents of new and renovations to existing fish hatcheries and aquaculture facilities.
• Develop designs to meet industry standards and federal and local codes, laws, and regulations, including development of engineering calculations, technical memoranda, reports, alternative development and evaluation, feasibility analysis, and long‑term planning documents.
• Communicate with and solicit input from owners, operations and maintenance staff, regulatory agencies, construction contractors, subconsultants, and other stakeholders through meetings, presentations, and direct communication. Communication will include development of and assistance with PowerPoint presentations, figures, conceptual drawings, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes.
• Analyze existing and design new water supply, drainage and treatment systems, open channel conveyance systems, pressurized and open channel pipe networks, raw water intakes, site layouts, building function, concrete and earthen holding and rearing ponds and raceways, RAS and PRAS systems, pump stations, pollution abatement and settling ponds, and sorting, handling, storage, and mechanical/electrical buildings, as aligns with your technical experience.
• Support development of cost estimates at planning, conceptual, preliminary, and final design phases.
• Direct and guide work of CAD staff in the development of bid and construction drawings.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including review of submittals, response to RFIs, and review and development of contract modifications.
• Support project managers in the development of scopes of work and fee proposals.
• Support senior engineers and marketing staff in the development of proposals.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• 5‑10 years of experience.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• NCEES registration.
• Extensive experience in the design, layout, and evaluation of fish hatcheries and aquaculture…